In which type of supportive group do people come together to face a common difficulty?
a. therapy group
b. socialization group
c. reminiscence group
d. self-help group
D
Self-help groups are created so that individuals facing a common difficulty can come together for support. Frequently used self-help groups in mental health include Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA). The leaders of self-help groups are generally individuals who have the same problem. Other self-help groups may focus on situations where a person is experiencing or has experienced a life threatening illness such as breast cancer.
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The nurse working in an obstetrician's office determines that which clients have high-risk pregnancy? Select all that apply. Standard Text: Select all that apply
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